Updated September 19, 2026: Start at 240 to 320 eDPI. At 800 DPI, that is 0.30 to 0.40 sensitivity. At 1600 DPI, use 0.15 to 0.20. If you only want one number, try 800 DPI at 0.35 or 1600 DPI at 0.175. Both equal 280 eDPI.
That range covers the controlled middle without pretending there is one magic sens. The current ProSettings list has 668 players with reported eDPI values; the average is 248.3 and the median is 231.2. A few extreme entries pull the average around, so use the range as a starting point, not a rule.
Best VALORANT sensitivity: quick answer
- Starting eDPI: 240 to 320
- 800 DPI: 0.30 to 0.40
- 1600 DPI: 0.15 to 0.20
- ADS multiplier: 1.0
- Scoped multiplier: 1.0
- Raw Input Buffer: On
If you overflick heads or your crosshair shakes during tiny corrections, move lower. If a comfortable swipe cannot turn you roughly 180 degrees, move higher. Change the number in small steps, not after every bad round.
VALORANT sensitivity by DPI
eDPI is your mouse DPI multiplied by your in-game sensitivity. Use the table to reach the same 240 to 320 eDPI range at common DPI steps.
| Mouse DPI | VALORANT sensitivity | Resulting eDPI | Simple midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | 0.60 to 0.80 | 240 to 320 | 0.70 |
| 800 | 0.30 to 0.40 | 240 to 320 | 0.35 |
| 1000 | 0.24 to 0.32 | 240 to 320 | 0.28 |
| 1200 | 0.20 to 0.267 | 240 to 320 | 0.233 |
| 1400 | 0.171 to 0.229 | 240 to 320 | 0.20 |
| 1600 | 0.15 to 0.20 | 240 to 320 | 0.175 |
| 1800 | 0.133 to 0.178 | 240 to 320 | 0.156 |
| 2000 | 0.12 to 0.16 | 240 to 320 | 0.14 |
Use the VALORANT eDPI calculator if your DPI is not listed. If you double your DPI, halve your in-game sensitivity to keep the same eDPI.
What 240 to 320 eDPI feels like
At VALORANT’s sensitivity scale, 240 eDPI takes about 54.4 cm of mouse travel for a full turn. The 280 eDPI midpoint takes about 46.7 cm, while 320 eDPI takes about 40.8 cm. This physical distance, usually written as cm/360, is more useful than raw sensitivity when you compare different games.
800 DPI vs 1600 DPI in VALORANT
Neither setting gives you better aim on its own. 800 DPI at 0.35 and 1600 DPI at 0.175 both equal 280 eDPI, so your in-game turn distance stays almost identical.
800 DPI is an easy default and still common across pro setups. 1600 DPI gives you a faster desktop cursor and lets you use a smaller in-game number. Pick the one that feels normal outside the game, then set your VALORANT sensitivity from the eDPI you want.
Best VALORANT sens for 800 DPI
Use 0.30 to 0.40. Start at 0.35, play a full practice session, and move by 0.01 or 0.02 only if you have a repeatable problem.
Best VALORANT sens for 1600 DPI
Use 0.15 to 0.20. A 0.175 starting point matches 800 DPI at 0.35. Do not carry your old 800 DPI number over unchanged or your aim will be twice as fast.
Current pro sensitivity examples
These examples were rechecked on September 19. They show why a range is more useful than one copied number.
| Player | DPI | Sensitivity | eDPI | What it shows |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| florescent | 1600 | 0.175 | 280 | A clean midpoint at 1600 DPI |
| OXY | 800 | 0.25 | 200 | A slower setup below the usual starting range |
| Primmie | 800 | 0.35 | 280 | A clean midpoint inside the starting range |
| aspas | 800 | 0.40 | 320 | The fast end of this guide’s starting range |
OXY proves that lower can work. aspas proves that 320 eDPI is not automatically too fast. Copying either one makes less sense than testing whether you can stop cleanly on a head and clear a close corner with the mousepad you own.
How to find your sensitivity without guessing
- Start at 280 eDPI. Use 0.35 at 800 DPI or 0.175 at 1600 DPI.
- Check your 180. From the middle of your usable mousepad, one comfortable swipe should let you turn about 180 degrees without lifting early.
- Test small targets. In the Range, place your crosshair beside a bot’s head and flick onto it. Repeated overflicks point to a sens that is too high. Repeated short flicks point to one that is too low.
- Play two Deathmatches. Watch your first correction, not your score. Pay attention to whether you can stop on the target.
- Make one small change. Adjust by roughly five percent and repeat. Leave DPI, polling rate, Windows pointer speed, and mousepad area alone while you test.
Aim trainers can help, but test the final number in VALORANT. Field of view, movement and target scale change how the same physical mouse travel feels in another game. If you are moving from CS2, Apex or another shooter, start with the VALORANT sensitivity converter.
Best ADS and scoped sensitivity multiplier
Start with both multipliers at 1.0. ADS Sensitivity Multiplier controls weapons when you use their aim-down-sights mode. Scoped Sensitivity Multiplier controls scoped weapons such as the Marshal and Operator. A value of 1.0 keeps each mode at the game’s default relationship to your hip-fire sensitivity; it does not make every zoom level move the same physical distance on screen.
The current ProSettings list has a reported scoped multiplier for 614 players, and 456 of them use 1.0. That is 74.3% of the available sample. Lower the scoped value only if long-range corrections consistently feel too twitchy. florescent uses 0.722 for both scoped and ADS sensitivity, but that value is part of a complete setup built around 1600 DPI and 280 eDPI.
Should Raw Input Buffer be on?
Use Raw Input Buffer: On. Riot changed its default from Off to On in patch 7.12 and removed the beta label. Existing player settings were not overwritten by that patch, which is why an old profile can still show Off.
The setting changes how VALORANT processes mouse input and is particularly relevant to high polling rates. If enabling it causes an unusual issue on your system, test both states under the same conditions. For the full explanation, see the Raw Input Buffer guide.
Mouse picks used in the examples
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A new mouse will not fix a bad sensitivity, but weight, shape and cable drag can change how easy it is to stop a flick. Two exact models from the current examples are listed below.
| Player | Current tracked mouse | Sensitivity context | Buying link |
|---|---|---|---|
| florescent | Razer Viper V4 Pro White | 1600 DPI / 0.175 / 280 eDPI | Check price on Amazon |
| OXY | Razer Viper Mini | 800 DPI / 0.25 / 200 eDPI | Check price on Amazon |
Check the exact model, seller and current price before buying. For more options, use the best mouse for VALORANT guide.
How to change sensitivity in VALORANT
- Open Settings from the gear icon.
- Choose General.
- Find the Mouse section and change Sensitivity: Aim.
- Set ADS and Scoped Sensitivity Multiplier to 1.0 for your first test.
- Confirm Raw Input Buffer is On.
Change DPI in your mouse software or with its DPI button. Keep Windows pointer speed consistent while you compare settings.
VALORANT sensitivity FAQ
What is a good eDPI for VALORANT?
Start between 240 and 320 eDPI. The current 668-player sample has an average of 248.3 and a median of 231.2, so 280 is a useful first test rather than a hard rule.
What is the best VALORANT sensitivity at 800 DPI?
Use 0.30 to 0.40, with 0.35 as a simple midpoint. That gives you 240 to 320 eDPI.
What is the best VALORANT sensitivity at 1600 DPI?
Use 0.15 to 0.20. A setting of 0.175 gives you 280 eDPI and matches 800 DPI at 0.35.
Is low or high sensitivity better?
Low-to-mid sensitivity is easier for most players to control because VALORANT rewards small corrections and first-shot accuracy. Go high enough to clear close angles without running out of mousepad.
Should ADS sensitivity be 1?
Yes, 1.0 is the best starting point. Tune your base sens first. Lower ADS or scoped sensitivity later only if those fights consistently feel too fast.
Data checked September 19, 2026: ProSettings’ live VALORANT list (668 players with reported eDPI) and current florescent, OXY, Primmie and aspas records; Riot Games patch 7.12 for Raw Input Buffer behavior.
